2017 SEAT Ibiza 1.2L Petrol · AF17 TYZ

The 2017 SEAT Ibiza presents a stable and generally improving roadworthiness trend as of its most recent MOT on 8 December 2025 at 80,677 miles. The vehicle passed that test with only a minor advisory for an inoperative offside registration plate lamp, a trivial electrical defect that does not affect structural integrity or mechanical safety. Comparing this to the preceding years, the maintenance trajectory is clearly positive: the tester identified no brake, suspension, or structural defects in the latest pass, suggesting the previous front brake disc wear was addressed and the headlamp aim issues have been fully resolved. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a nine-year-old supermini. Between the December 2023 test at 56,900 miles and the December 2024 test at 71,503 miles, the car covered 14,603 miles in twelve months, indicating a period of heavier use. The subsequent jump to 80,677 miles by December 2025 adds a further 9,174 miles, which is more moderate. There are no suspicious gaps in the record that suggest the car sat unused for extended periods, and the overall annualised average of roughly 8,964 miles aligns with typical UK driving patterns. The recurring theme across the MOT history is front brake disc wear. In the December 2024 test at 71,503 miles, the tester flagged front brake discs as worn, pitted, or scored, though not seriously weakened. This advisory appeared on both the failed and passed entries for that date, meaning the discs were flagged but did not fail the test outright. A buyer should inspect the current condition of the front brake discs and pads in person, checking for lipping, scoring, and thickness against manufacturer minimums. The rear brakes and handbrake mechanism also warrant a physical check, as the record contains no specific commentary on their condition. The headlamp aim defects from December 2023 and December 2024 have since cleared, but misaligned aim often points to a previous impact, suspension sag, or worn mounting points. A buyer should verify the headlamp aim on a beam setter and inspect the headlamp mounting surrounds for cracks or distortion. Beyond the flagged items, the MOT record is sparse on structural or corrosion advisories, which is encouraging for a vehicle of this age. Still, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points, subframes, and sills, remains prudent given the 80,677-mile reading. The exhaust system and DPF function should also be assessed, as the record provides no emissions-related commentary beyond the standard pass outcomes.